RADT 340 - Radiation Therapy Physics

Institution:

Benedictine University

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Description:

Content is designed to review and expand concepts and theories in the radiation physics course. Detailed analysis of the structure of matter, properties of radiation, nuclear transformations, x-ray production, and interactions of ionizing radiation are emphasized. Also presented are treatment units used in external radiation therapy, measurement and quality of ionizing radiation produced, absorbed dose measurement, dose distribution, and scatter analysis. Content is designed to establish factors that influence and govern clinical planning of patient treatment. Encompassed are isodose descriptions, patient contouring, radiobiological considerations, dosimetric calculations, compensation, and clinical application of treatment beams. Optimal treatment planning is emphasized along with partical beams.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ben.edu

Phone Number:

(630) 829-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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